#DCE689 Hex Color
A fresh and vibrant pastel yellow-green
This pastel yellow-green feels fresh and energetic. Because it sits on the lighter end of the spectrum, the hex code #dce689 works best as a vibrant accent rather than a dominant background. It pairs well with deep charcoal grays to provide a clean, modern contrast. Since black text reads clearly against this shade, it remains a practical choice for UI elements and playful branding.
Questions about #dce689
What is #dce689 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dce689 is rgb(220, 230, 137), in HSL hsl(66, 65%, 72%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 40%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #dce689?
#dce689 looks best when balanced by deep, neutral tones like charcoal or slate gray, which ground its brightness. You can also use it alongside soft lavender or muted plum for a balanced, sophisticated palette that feels intentional and modern.
Is #dce689 readable on white or black?
#dce689 has a 1.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.72:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.